How to Give Advice to a Teenage Girl

I normally think of and write my own articles. Not this time. This How To comes directly from the mind of my 15 year old daughter. She has used it to soothe other girls and thinks the advice would extend to eHow readers as well.

Things You'll Need

  • One teenage girl requiring advice

Instructions

    • 1

      Show Sympathy
      Be sympathetic to her concerns. I'm guessing here, but I think this shows empathy with her and that you're open to hearing what's on her mind.

    • 2

      Relate to Her
      What she is telling you may sound like total nonsense to an adult. But stay with her and try to see the issue through her eyes.

    • 3

      Give the Advice You See Fit
      Adults should have a better world view than teens. Share your wisdom, even if they don't accept it at first.

    • 4

      Reassure Her
      Try to rebuild her self esteem with some reassuring words. Tell her how terrific she is. Remind her of her many qualities.

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